Book ／ Sagamihara City
TL;DR
Book is classified as "Paper (Mixed Paper)" in Sagamihara City. Fee: Free.
- 1 Put it in a clear or translucent bag, tie it with string, or put it in a paper bag and tie it with string
- 2 Put it out at the waste and resource collection point by 8:30 a.m. on "Resources" day (once a week; the day changes in some areas from October 1)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Paper (Mixed Paper)
Pickup Day
Check
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Book is classified as Paper (Mixed Paper).
Disposal Steps
- Put it in a clear or translucent bag, tie it with string, or put it in a paper bag and tie it with string
- Put it out at the waste and resource collection point by 8:30 a.m. on "Resources" day (once a week; the day changes in some areas from October 1)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- From October 1, 2026, magazines/miscellaneous paper and paper containers and packaging go out together as "Mixed Paper" in the same bag (until September 30, they are separate categories)
- Remove non-paper covers (vinyl, leather, cloth) and put them out as general garbage
- Items that cannot be cleaned go out as general garbage ("burn-only garbage")
Disposal Method Comparison
| Method | Cost | Effort | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal | Low/Free | Medium | Slow |
| Pickup | High | Low | Fast |
| Recycle | Free+ | Medium | Medium |
| Flea market | Free+ | High | Slow |
Official Info & Contact
03Sagamihara City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Sagamihara City
Kanagawa
Dept.
Resource Circulation Promotion Division
📞 042-769-8334 / Weekdays 8:30-17:15
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Paper (Mixed Paper)
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.sagamihara.kanagawa.jp
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Last verified: 2026-09-29
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Sagamihara City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.